Group Head, Human Resources at Ajani & Kimberly Limited

Ajani and Kimberly Limited - Our client is one of the leading organizations in Supply Chain and Transportation with a group of companies in Haulage, Hotelier, Energy, Transportation and Supply Chain.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Head, Human Resources

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Summary

• The Group Head, Human Resources is responsible for front-line Human Resource leadership.
• This position provides HR program and strategy execution across a full spectrum of Human Resources services to support the group’s operations and business initiatives.
• It also requires you to act as a change agent while driving organizational effectiveness through talent acquisition, training, leadership development, employee engagement, workplace safety, diversity and inclusion, associate and labor relations, and compliance.

Major Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Business Partnership:

• Identify, create and implement innovative human capital solutions that enhance business performance.
• Champion, execute and monitor the effectiveness of the group businesses and initiatives.
• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy

Talent Acquisition:

• Work with regional heads to create a regional Staffing Plan based on business growth, workforce planning, analytics, and diversity objectives
• Acquire top talent through improved selection tools and criteria, and local outreach efforts
• Develop a solid internal mentorship program and establish solid relationships with key local universities which specialize in the skills and required capabilities of needed candidates.
• Cultivate internal talent, participate in key role promotional decisions

Leadership Development:

• Lead and direct the Human Resource team to deliver a comprehensive HR service to the business
• Drive talent review and succession planning processes using a consultative approach that ensures a strong talent bench
• Work with other management team members to create and ensure successful completion of individual development plans
• Provide managers with the tools and training to optimize their performance.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement:

• Champion the shaping and sustaining of a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Consult with the overall Group leadership to develop plans to promote an inclusive environment that is engaging, enabling and energizing, and one where our associates can thrive.
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues.
• Active participation and supporter of Quality & Growth initiatives.
• Associate and Labor Relations
• Make contributions that develop and sustain a workplace that mirrors the group’s business Employee Value Proposition
• Lead investigations, prepare summaries and make recommendations with a sense of urgency, ensuring comprehensive resolutions
• Maintains historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records as per the ISO requirements.
• In-charge of all establishments governmental dealings and PRO works such as visas, labor permissions, etc.

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Communicate, interpret and consistently apply company policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct
• Ensure compliance with all Human Resource processes
• Consult with compliance expert on the interpretation of policies and procedures
• Conduct regular compliance reviews at location level (Wage etc.)
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management

Experience, Qualifications & Skills

• B.A / B.Sc / M.Sc Degree in Business / HR / Organizational Development or equivalent
• CIPMN and other human resources related Certification(s) preferred
• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with a broad understanding of core HR processes within HR technology & systems, talent management, and total rewards
• Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and labor relations, preferred.
• Active affiliation with appropriate Human Resources networks and organizations preferred
• Agile and quick learner, enjoys collaborative projects and continuous education
• Ability to understand the business operations from a strategic and tactical perspective
• Must be a confident communicator, (including written, and verbal skills) and able to effectively champion ideas, influence, and present to Leadership
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects with competing priorities, diverse audiences and challenging environments
• Knowledge of employment law and regulatory compliance issues.
• Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.

Application Closing Date
30th March, 2021.